Editor's Desk

Measuring Up

This month, we’re offering you plenty of baselines for comparison, in the form of our annual State of the Industry Report, now in its 18th year. 


 

The Long View

We may not have a highly accurate crystal ball, but the views of far-thinking designers might be the next best thing.

A Diversity of Aquatic Offerings

From community aquatic centers to natatoriums and beyond, aquatic facilities are increasingly being planned to meet a wide variety of community wants and needs. 


 

Of Fools & Flowers

Don’t be a fool this April. Take action to make your facility more sustainable.

In Like a…

Whatever the weather is doing by you, March is a good time to think ahead to the coming season.


 

Creating Places That Matter

In our annual look at parks, playgrounds and sites, we consider smart strategies for ensuring your parks are reaching far and wide to bring your diverse community together for respite, recreation and more.

The Heart of the Matter

It’s American Heart Month! Are you taking good care of your ticker, and encouraging your members and visitors to do so, too?

Go For It

What’s one thing on your to-do list that you’re afraid to tackle? It’s time to take it on!

Dive Into the Data

In this, our annual Aquatic Trends Report, we aim to corral that complexity with data from hundreds of aquatic management professionals across the U.S.